Ukraine intends to attract more than 30 countries and several hundred companies to our sector of production of drones and air defense systems.
Zelensky noted the importance of increasing drone production
Ukraine must stop Russian drones and missiles that kill and destroy, President Volodymyr Zelensky said at the plenary session of the Ukraine Reconstruction Conference (URC2025) in Rome.
“We must focus first and foremost on stopping Russian drones and missiles. That means increasing air defense supplies and investing in drone interceptors, air defense systems, and missiles. I encourage all our partners to increase your investment. When Russia is stepping up its attacks, we cannot afford to have a shortfall in funding for drone production,” he said.
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The President noted the intention to attract more than 30 countries and several hundred companies to the Ukrainian sector of drone and air defense systems production.
– Today, more than 30 countries and hundreds of companies are represented at this conference. And we must reach a point where the air defense and drone sector of Ukraine will be supported by more than 30 countries and hundreds of companies – not only from Ukraine, but also from Europe, the United States and other countries, – he said.
Zelensky said that about 500 companies are taking part in the conference and called on them to contact the Ukrainian team for detailed information.
— Ukraine has one of the most modern drone technologies in the world for both offense and defense. We are ready to share this experience and technology with our partners. Ukraine needs investments – you need skills and technology. Everything we are building now to protect Ukraine will help protect you, — the head of state said.
Zelensky on Ukrainian aviation
In addition, Zelensky noted the development of modern combat aviation in Ukraine in record time during the war.
— We also have a strong air coalition – thanks to all its participants. Ukraine has received and is increasing its modern combat aviation. This is a huge help – and we did it in record time. No other country has switched from Soviet aircraft to F-16s and Mirages so quickly. I thank everyone who helped, — he said.
